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DF52 DPV

2002 Lexus IS200

Red Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

110,912 mi
Last recorded110,912 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 2002 Lexus IS20082,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 DPV
MakeLexus
ModelIS200
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2014 110,912 miles

Front registration plate is cracked

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 103,796 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 97,028 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 90,394 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 90,394 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 84,525 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2010 84,417 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Sep 2009 74,219 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 74,219 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 65,978 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 57,271 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 51,211 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Lexus IS200?

Based on 546,826 MOT tests across 35,416 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
5,944
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
35,416
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,437
position lamp(s) not working 12,861
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10,257
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10,129
Registration plate lamp not working 9,520
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DF52 DPV is a 2002 Lexus IS200 in Red with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Lexus IS200 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 82,398 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Lexus IS200 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,437 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF52 DPV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Lexus IS200 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this Lexus IS200 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF52 DPV?

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What year was DF52 DPV registered?

DF52 DPV is a 2002 Lexus IS200, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is DF52 DPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF52 DPV shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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